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Suggested Tank
30+ gallons
Max Size
5 inches
Difficulty
Temperament
Description
The Yellowhead Jawfish is a small, brightly colored fish known for its distinctive yellow head and light blue body. It is a burrow-dwelling species that spends much of its time in or near its burrow, and is known for its unique behavior of spitting sand out of its mouth to maintain its burrow.
Reef Safe
Yes
Environment
The Yellowhead Jawfish needs a tank with a sandy substrate that it can burrow in. It also requires plenty of hiding spots in the form of live rock or other tank decorations. This species prefers a well-lit tank with moderate to strong water movement.
Behavior
The Yellowhead Jawfish is a relatively peaceful species, but it can be territorial, especially towards other burrow-dwelling species. It is a burrower and will spend much of its time in and around its burrow. This species is also known for its unique behavior of spitting sand out of its mouth to maintain its burrow.
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Owner Reviews
Corbin
@Corbin2505
Little suckers try to jump a lot but other then that they are so fun to watch and super personal
Savannah
@Sav
Love my jawfish! Named him Sheldon because of his anxious tendencies. I’ve learned they like to play ball with hermits and snails other than that such a fun fish! Love interacting with him and watching him eat. He is an amazing addition to my tank 10/10 recommend him to anyone in the hobby. I got mine when he was a tiny little thing and in just a few months he doubled In size and is doing amazingly.
For Sale
Price History
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 6, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 5, 2026 | View |
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Pair of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 120.00 | Candy Corals | Jan 5, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 60.00 | Candy Corals | Jan 5, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 4, 2026 | View |
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Pearly Jawfish - Opistognathus aurifons
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$ 40.00 | Aqua SD | Jan 3, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 3, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 2, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Jan 1, 2026 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 31, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 80.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 31, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 30, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 29, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 28, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 27, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 26, 2025 | View |
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Pair of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 160.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 26, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 25, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 24, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 23, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 22, 2025 | View |
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Pearly Jawfish - Opistognathus aurifons
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$ 40.00 | Aqua SD | Dec 20, 2025 | View |
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Pair of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 144.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 14, 2025 | View |
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Pair of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 160.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 14, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 11, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 10, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 9, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Dec 8, 2025 | View |
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Pair of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 120.00 | Candy Corals | Dec 2, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 150.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 180.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 180.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 180.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 180.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Trio of Yellowhead Jawfish
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$ 200.00 | Candy Corals | Nov 30, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 45.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 29, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 28, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus Aurifrons)
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$ 44.00 | Reef Beauties | Nov 27, 2025 | View |
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Yellowhead Jawfish
Opistognathus aurifrons
